Police Officer Trainee

Lexington Police Department; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The Lexington Police Department is seeking a Police Officer Trainee to begin a career path while attending Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) and performing non-sworn duties.

Starting annual salary is $41,282, plus excellent benefits. Upon graduation from BLET and completion of NC state requirements, you will transition to Police Officer I, protecting the public, enforcing laws, and building community relations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Current enrollment in Basic Law Enforcement Training and remain in good standing while in program.
• Valid NC driver's license or valid out-of-state driver's license with the ability to obtain a valid NC driver's license within sixty days of employment and good driving record.
• Minimum age of 20 years.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of non-sworn law enforcement duties and attends Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).
• Upon graduation of BLET and completion of all NC state law enforcement requirements, will perform responsible work as Police Officer I.
• Promote public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and fostering community relations.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Enrollment in Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)

Job description

Police Officer Trainee

• Type: Full Time
• Salary/Pay Rate:$41,282 Starting annual salary, plus excellent benefits
• Posted Date:10/20/2026 2:55 PM

Under direct or general supervision, a Police Officer Trainee performs a variety of non-sworn law enforcement duties and attends basic law enforcement training (BLET) in preparation for employment as a Police Officer I with the Lexington Police Department. Upon graduation of BLET and completion of all NC state law enforcement requirements will perform responsible work as Police Officer I to provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. This is not a sworn position.

Check out the great benefits the City has to offer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED
• Current enrollment in Basic Law Enforcement Training and remain in good standing while in program
• Valid NC driver's license or valid out-of-state driver's license with the ability to obtain a valid NC driver's license within sixty days of employment and good driving record
• Minimum age of 20 years

Work Schedule

Schedule during Basic Law Enforcement Training is set by the BLET school; rotating shifts upon completion of BLET. Paid bi-weekly.

Closing Date

Position will remain Open Until Filled.

All applicants must provide accurate information on the City's application for each position application.

The City requires position appropriate pre-employment screenings. The City is a drug-free workplace and applicants offered employment will be asked to participate in a pre-employment drug screening.

The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City makes employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.